We are seeking a Backend Developer with a focus on DevSecOps to join our team of creative and innovative technologists.
Today is Australia's most awarded social impact agency. We use design and technology to make positive change happen at pace and scale.
Our team comprises strategists, researchers, designers, technologists, and makers of all kinds, and we collaborate across the country with individuals from diverse backgrounds and experiences.
It's an exciting time to join our technology team. We have more than a decade of award-winning work behind us, and a team that brims with talent, creativity and care. We have a focus on growing and deepening our technology offering over the coming years.
We're an authentically purpose-driven organisation. If you want to spend your days helping impact organisations make a difference, this is the place for you.
About The Role
You'll be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining core backend components of our application stacks, with a strong emphasis on automation, integration, and API development.
We build scalable digital products and experiences for our client partners. Our work incorporates setting up greenfield cloud environments and integrating with existing platforms and environments. Our clients include multinational businesses, federal and state governments, as well as not-for-profit organisations of all sizes.
You'll work collaboratively with our multidisciplinary project teams to ensure high-quality, efficient, and scalable solutions.
Your focus:
Contributing to the design and implementation of backend systems
Developing and maintaining APIs, middleware, and integration solutions
Implementing DevSecOps practices and automation workflows
Working on systems development and integration projects (CMS, CRM, databases)
Assisting in the continuous improvement of our development processes and services
Participating in our various team initiatives through regular meetings and working groups
Requirements
You will demonstrate:
Experience in backend development, with a focus on API and middleware development
Extensive experience in deploying and maintaining AWS/Azure cloud platforms and services
Experience working with hybrid cloud architectures
Experience with Infrastructure as Code tools and methodologies (e.g., Pulumi, Terraform, Ansible)
Knowledge of core DevSecOps practices and tools
Experience with automation and CI/CD pipelines
Understanding of database design and management
Strong cybersecurity fundamentals
Familiarity with CMS, LMS and CRM development
Familiarity with AI infrastructure deployment
The ability to legally work in Australia
You will also bring:
Enthusiasm for emerging technologies and creative problem-solving
Strong communication skills - our developers work directly with other developers, designers, producers, and clients
An ability to thrive in a collaborative, creative team environment
A desire to learn and contribute to process improvements and innovation
An eye for detail and a passion for clean, efficient code
Kindness, empathy, and respect
Benefits
About Today
We work across mental health, climate, justice, housing, education, and more—tackling society's most important challenges in partnership with the people they affect most.
Our team includes strategists, researchers, designers, technologists, and makers of all kinds, and we work across the country with people from many backgrounds and experiences. Learn more about our values and work at today.design/careers.
Our commitment
We're an inclusive employer. We actively seek applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disabilities, those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, mature age workers, and the LGBTIQA+ community.
We understand that people don't always apply unless they meet every criterion. If this role speaks to you, we encourage you to apply.
If there's anything we can do to make the application or interview process more accessible for you, please let us know. We're happy to accommodate your needs.
Why Today?
You'll work on meaningful, community-focused projects
We offer a flexible, inclusive work environment and generous leave policies
You'll be supported to grow through a strong career framework and learning culture
We prioritise your well-being with a thoughtful benefits program
You'll help shape a growing business with big ambitions
The details
Open to Full-time/Part-time as well as Permanent/Freelance
Naarm (Melbourne) based role
Hybrid, but the expectation is the majority of your week is in-studio
You must be legally able to work in Australia without restrictions
Position available immediately
Applications close: Friday, October 3rd 2025 at 5.00pm AEST